Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Maternity Services

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Maternity Services The Official page for Maternity Service from Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Find information about breastfeeding support services, community midwifery services and everything you need to know about NHS maternity services within Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. Useful contacts:

Antenatal Clinic UHW 029 20745592
Obstetric Assessment Unit 029 20744658
Midwifery Led-Unit 029 20745196
Consultant Led Unit (Delivery Suite) 029 20748565
Community Midwives Office 029 20745030

🔬 An update from our Maternity Research Team 🔬If you would like to get involved, please get in touch with the team.
14/03/2026

🔬 An update from our Maternity Research Team 🔬

If you would like to get involved, please get in touch with the team.

🤝 Information on Birth Partners & Visitors to Maternity Services at UHW 🤝If you have any questions, please speak to your...
13/03/2026

🤝 Information on Birth Partners & Visitors to Maternity Services at UHW 🤝

If you have any questions, please speak to your midwife.

💙 Responding to your baby's feeding needs (however you decide to feed!) is not just about providing nourishment but also...
13/03/2026

💙 Responding to your baby's feeding needs (however you decide to feed!) is not just about providing nourishment but also about building a strong emotional bond. Whether you choose to breastfeed, formula-feed, or a combination of both, the key lies in being attentive to your baby's cues and being responsive to their needs. Here's why it matters:
🌱 Proper nourishment is vital for their growth and development. Babies have tiny tummies, and they need frequent feeds to thrive. Being responsive to their hunger signals ensures they get the nutrients they need to flourish.
🥰 Feeding time is a unique opportunity to connect with your little one. The eye contact, skin-to-skin contact, and gentle touch during feeds all contribute to creating a strong emotional bond between you and your baby.
🧠 When you respond promptly to your baby's hunger, they learn to trust that their needs will be met. This fosters a sense of security and comfort, knowing they can rely on their caregiver. Feeling secure is amazing for their healthy brain development!
🧸 There's no such thing as "spoiling" your baby with too much love and attention during feeding time. Trust your instincts, follow your baby's lead, and cherish these tender moments together!

🌿 Speak to your midwife today if you would like support with stopping smoking. 🌟👏🏼
12/03/2026

🌿 Speak to your midwife today if you would like support with stopping smoking.
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"Thank you to the whole team who were there for me during my induction and birth (induced 38 weeks +6 days and birthed 3...
12/03/2026

"Thank you to the whole team who were there for me during my induction and birth (induced 38 weeks +6 days and birthed 39+2 due to having found out I had Obstetric Cholestasis). I saw Katie and Amy when I first got there and during my second day on the ward, both nights on the ward I had Alannah and students - all were absolute stars and really made me feel safe and comfortable. I was nervous as this is my first baby, they all made me feel so at ease, explaining all steps and what they should do and what will happen if it works as it should or shouldn’t do. Then when I went to the delivery ward I saw midwife Poppy first who was the one to break my waters, she was so comforting even when I was having issues having the cannula put in and the nerves I had when there was talk of the hormone drip. Then after shift change I had Vicky overnight who to say is one of the loveliest people I have ever met would be a major under exaggeration. She was the one who monitored me overnight constantly due to being on hormone drip and having epidural, she did my checks so nicely so as to try and let me sleep as much as possible, answered any questions I had, comforted me when I was scared…I was gutted her shift finished when it did as my baby arrived literally 30 mins after🥺I don’t remember the name of the midwife who was there during my birth as I was so out of it at that point but again she was such a wonderful lady, she was a bit older and reminded me so much of my lovely Nan which was a major comfort for me. She was constantly reassuring me, telling me how well I was doing and explaining everything that was going on. Overall I had a wonderful birth, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Our beautiful baby boy Austin was born 22.02.26 @ 7:42am 🩵thank you to all for such a wonderful experience, I am forever grateful to you all x"

Thank you to Jess for sharing her experience (and also sending a message via our 'Thank You' form!) 💙😍

Everyone is welcome at Milky Mondays at the Grangetown Pavilion!
12/03/2026

Everyone is welcome at Milky Mondays at the Grangetown Pavilion!

🌡 Keeping Your Baby Warm 🌡
11/03/2026

🌡 Keeping Your Baby Warm 🌡

All welcome! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿
11/03/2026

All welcome! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

⛔️ No home scanning device, doppler or app can tell you if your baby is well💚 Monitoring changes in movements and report...
11/03/2026

⛔️ No home scanning device, doppler or app can tell you if your baby is well
💚 Monitoring changes in movements and reporting any reduction immediately is the best way to be safe.
📣 If you have any concerns about your baby's pattern of movements, please call us as soon as possible: 02920 744658. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

https://www.tommys.org/about-us/news-views/experts-warn-against-home-dopplers-checking-babys-heartbeat

https://www.tommys.org/pregnancy-information/blogs-and-stories/im-pregnant/pregnancy-news-and-blogs/no-home-scanning-device-doppler-or-app-can-tell-you-if-your-baby-well

"I just want to say a huge thank you to Kiah, Heather, and the whole midwifery ward for the incredible care and support ...
10/03/2026

"I just want to say a huge thank you to Kiah, Heather, and the whole midwifery ward for the incredible care and support during the birth of our baby boy, Leighton.

A very special thank you to Kiah, whose support meant so much to us throughout the whole experience. Her kindness, reassurance, and dedication helped us feel calm and confident during such an important moment in our lives. We are truly grateful for everything you did and for the way you looked after us.

Heather and the rest of the team were also amazing, and we really appreciate the compassion, professionalism, and care shown by everyone on the ward.

Thank you all for helping bring our beautiful boy Leighton safely into the world. We will always remember the support you gave us during such a special time.
Jessica,Bradley & Leighton💙"

Thank you for sharing your gorgeous little guy! Congratulations 🥰

💨 Va**ng in Pregnancy 💨How safe is it? Can you continue smoking ci******es if va**ng? Is va**ng safe for breastfeeding? ...
10/03/2026

💨 Va**ng in Pregnancy 💨

How safe is it? Can you continue smoking ci******es if va**ng? Is va**ng safe for breastfeeding? Scroll to have your questions answered ➡️

If you would like help to become smoke-free and vape-free speak to your midwife, GP, Health Visitor or visit: https://www.helpmequit.wales/quit-for-your-baby/

🧐 Have you had a baby recently and seen these? 🧐If you have had a baby recently and went home with the security tag, ple...
10/03/2026

🧐 Have you had a baby recently and seen these? 🧐

If you have had a baby recently and went home with the security tag, please let us know. These are a limited resource and we would like to recover any that accidentally went home.
Similarly, if you have been visited by a Community Midwife at home and they have left any equipment (including the monitor in picture 2 known as a transcutaneous bilirubinometer) please let us know so we can collect it.

You can message on here, or call the Midwifery Led Unit 02920 745196.

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